Archive for January, 2010

Get the Perfect Exposure - Part 2

Sunday, January 31st, 2010

If you are still unsure about getting the correct exposure, there is a cheap but very effective device called an 18% grey card that can limit your frustration, if used correctly.

When light falls upon a certain object if the object is too dark your camera or meter will automatically give you an over-exposed reading. […]

Guitar Lesson: Learn To Play Classical Guitar Without Nails

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

Is it possible to play classical guitar without nails? I guess so as I often do it myself. Many guitarists today and in the past have also done the same. Let me tell you the advantages of no nails playing and give you some tips!

Sharon Isbin in her Classical Guitar Answer Book wrote…

“Classical guitarists […]

Who Should Wear Sunscreens and Why?

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

The amount of pigment in the skin varies from person to person. That is why some people will have higher sensitivity to the sun and burn easily, and never tan. Some people will experience a little bit of tanning but a lot of burning. Then there are those who tan easily and quickly yet rarely […]

When Pigs Fly

Friday, January 29th, 2010

I'll do that When Pigs Fly! - End of argument.

Well, now Pigs Do Fly! Yes, you heard me right, there's a site dedicated to when this miraculous event happens. After visiting it, you will probably think twice before throwing out that derisive salute to the fact that the recipient isn't going to get what they […]

Detecting the First Signs of Skin Cancer

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

Skin cancer is considered to be the most prevalent type of diagnosed cancer each year and is among the easiest cancer to be detected if and when self-examination is done. It is said that prevention is better than cure. And so, try to inspect your skin at least twice a month for any unusualities and […]

An Energetic Understanding of the 12 Zodiac Signs

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

After 10 years of practicing Astrology, the fundamental energetic manifestations of the Twelve Signs have been observed. This is the basis of the familiar pop descriptions one may read in their daily newspaper. The following descriptions of the Signs are based upon the MANIFESTATION OF ENERGETIC PATTERNS and not pop descriptions.

A veritable treasure […]

African American Music The History Of

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

When I saw this title, I was afraid and I?m still afraid regarding my opinion about the subject. The subject is complex and difficult so I cannot resolve it overnight. I am an African. I do things the African way. I cannot write about African American music like a Western scholar. In my culture we […]

Hair Loss Treatment Side Effects - When You Should Be Concerned

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

While research is available to support the generally-held idea that hair loss treatment side effects are not serious enough to warrant medical concern, and in 1996 the FDA approved Rogaine with minoxidil for over-the-counter sale, you should still be careful if you are considering a hair loss treatment.

Side Effects From Minor To SeriousWhile some treatments […]

Aphasia: The Cruelest Language Barrier

Monday, January 25th, 2010

Imagine the following scenario: You wake up one morning and instead of speaking English, everyone around you–including your family and friends–is speaking Hungarian. This is a problem because you don't speak Hungarian and you don't have a clue what they're saying. You become frustrated. The people around you become frustrated, too, but instead of switching […]

The Fruit-cake (Part Two: Eva Leaves the Hospital) (A Play to be Read)

Sunday, January 24th, 2010

Your pan is empty you have to allow yourself to have a bowel movement [she has a serious look on her face].

Lee. I know, but I can?t do it in this damn pan, or in front of someone. Not even Miss Fremont [his left eyebrow goes up in the air looking towards Eva?s […]